Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Remove the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Right in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Disconnect the vacuum line from the recirculation actuator.
- Lift the retaining tab in order to release the recirculation actuator and slide the actuator off of the mounting bracket.
- Disconnect the vacuum actuator plunger rod from the recirculation lever.
- Remove the recirculation actuator.